Certified Medical Assistant - Dermatology

Johns Hopkins Medical Management Corporation•Washington, DC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Johns Hopkins Intrastaff is the internal staffing agency for the Johns Hopkins Health System and partner hospitals, providing temporary support to a variety of Johns Hopkins locations. Our employees are the strength of our service! Are you ready to play a crucial role in healthcare at one of the world's leading medical institutions? If you are a Certified Medical Assistant looking to enjoy the perks of temporary staffing yet feel like a member of the large organization, Johns Hopkins Intrastaff is the employer for you! Competitive Compensation: Intrastaff constantly surveys the market to ensure top pay rate for our employees. Pay Rate: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour World-Class Environment: Work alongside some of the best healthcare professionals, including top nurses, physicians, and allied health experts. Futuristic Healthcare: Johns Hopkins is known as a teaching Health System and whether directly or indirectly, you'll have exposure to cutting-edge technology and groundbreaking medical research. Position Summary: The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) plays a key role in delivering safe, efficient, and patient‑centered outpatient care. Under the direction of the Clinic Manager, the CMA performs clinical and administrative duties, demonstrates strong communication skills, and prioritizes tasks in a fast‑paced environment. This role requires clinical competency, professionalism, and a commitment to high‑quality patient service.

Requirements

2 years of Certified Medical Assistant experience required; 3 years preferred
Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program
Active certification required from one of the following approved agencies: CMA (AAMA), CCMA (NHA), RMA (AMT), NCMA (NCCT), NRCMA (NAHP)
Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required upon hire

Responsibilities

Performs core clinical tasks safely and accurately while maintaining effective written and verbal communication
Operates devices used to track vital signs and patient status in real time
Inputs, retrieves, and interprets patient information using electronic health systems
Summarizes and communicates patient data clearly to support care coordination
Interacts effectively with patients, families, physicians, and the care team to support high‑quality outpatient care
Utilizes standard applications and electronic health record platforms
Operates vital signs machines, cardiac monitors, ECG devices, point‑of‑care testing tools, sterilization equipment, scopes, and emergency equipment
Identifies early signs of changing patient status and promptly alerts appropriate clinical staff
Applies critical thinking to support safe and effective patient care
Acts as a role model and provides guidance to peers in the clinical setting
Identifies opportunities to enhance patient safety and care outcomes
Takes appropriate clinical actions using available resources to support positive outcomes
Independently organizes daily assignments to meet clinic needs
Follows established procedures and regulatory standards
Rooms patients and prepares them for evaluation; assists physicians and physician assistants during exams; sets up rooms, equipment, and supplies for procedures; and supports providers during in‑office procedures
Answers patient calls and provides timely, accurate responses; reviews and responds to RightFax communications; monitors and manages electronic health record (EHR) in‑basket messages
Completes prior authorization requests to support patient access to medications and services
Performs other tasks as assigned by physicians, providers, nurses, preceptors, and leadership